Baker's Cyst: What Is, Symptoms, Complications, and Treatment

Updated on February 9, 2025

What is Baker's Cyst?

A Baker's cyst, occasionally known as a popliteal cyst in the medical field, is a disorder where a pocket of fluid may develop at the back of the knee accompanied by swelling. This often happens because of a primary cause that the knee has already been affected by, such as arthritis or cartilage injury.

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